NOTICE OF TEMPORARY M.A.S.S. VACANCY

Position:Graduation Coach for 2S&LGBTQ+ Students

Salary Range:Band 5 - $ 38.06 - $ 45.38 plus 4% vacation pay

Location:New Street Education Centre

Work Schedule:35 hours/week, 12 months/year

Effective Date:September 3, 2024 - August 31, 2025

Position Summary:

The Graduation Coach for 2S&LGBTQ+ students provides intensive support to students who identify as 2S&LGBTQ+ with the goal of seeing each student achieve credits, graduate, and successfully transition into their chosen post-secondary pathway. Under the direction of the Board and system principal, the Graduation Coach will provide targeted, culturally responsive supports 2S&LGBTQ+ students and their families (if out) and address service delivery gaps to facilitate their engagement, well-being, and academic achievement. The Graduation Coach develops and sustains strong community relations with agencies, organizations, and educational partners who offer services and supports to 2S&LGBTQ+ youth.Key Responsibilities:

Act as a mentor, advisor and advocate for 2S&LGBTQ+ students with their educators, other school staff and families;

Engages students to affirm their identities and cultures through Culturally Responsive and Relevant Pedagogy;

Collaborate with Core Team, school staff, parents/caregivers to support learning and achievement of the students on their caseload;

Create space for students to voice their experiences in working towards establishing trusting relationships and responsive services;

Provides consultation with 2S&LGBTQ+ students and families (if out) to support academic success in school

Monitors and follows up with individual students/families throughout the course of the year

Identify and address barriers to engagement, learning and well-being

Provides opportunities for enhancement of the learning experience for staff and students by bringing authentic voice and representation which all individuals will benefit from, especially those who identify as 2S&LGBTQ+;

Addresses the academic, social, emotional and cultural needs of 2S&LGBTQ+ students, by building positive and trusting relationships with them, their families (if out) and communities using strength-based intersectional approaches

Collaborates with the programs core team, school staff, students and families to create a short-term and a long-term vision/plan for identified 2S&LGBTQ+ students (i.e., on their caseload) who will benefit from targeted supports

Tracks and monitors student achievement towards OSSD completion

Prepares reports on the progress of the program

Establish a plan to help ensure students remain engaged during breaks in regular programming (e.g., long weekends, extended breaks);

Builds critical relationships and develops networks with 2S&LGBTQ+ community resources and organizations to help inform and support student engagement initiatives

Collaborates with community organizations to develop and implement events to engage 2S&LGBTQ+students and families (if out)

Assists with the development of school based learning events for students and families such as student learning programs and conferences in order to provide opportunities for a whole community approach to understanding the impacts of homophobia, transphobia and to highlight/promote 2S&LGBTQ+ historical and contemporary achievementsQualifications:

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Humanities or Social Sciences; or equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the Board

Minimum of five (5) years of recent, related experience supporting 2S&LGBTQ+ youth

Deep understanding of systemic barriers and challenges for 2S&LGBTQ+ students face in the public education system, post-secondary education system, communities, and the broader society,

Lived experience deeply rooted in local 2S&LGBTQ+ communities

Deep understanding of youth culture (aged 13-21) and the principles of youth engagement

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Humanities or Social Sciences; or equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the Board

Ability to identify systemic barriers such as Heterosexism, homophobia, anti-Black racism, and other forms of oppression and propose appropriate intervention points;

Experience in handling contentious issues with sensitivity, confidentiality, tact and discretion;

Valid drivers license required for travel and a reliable vehicle

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in Humanities or Social Science

Deep knowledge and understanding of the intersections of race, gender, faith, socio-economic dynamics, and sexual orientation.

Broad understanding of and an inclusive approach to relationship building with diverse stakeholders in the community and in schools.

Demonstrated respect and understanding of the diversity and composition of the 2S&LGBTQ+ community

Awareness of local community resources and the ability to support students and their families (if out) in accessing and navigating these resources;.

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a large caseload, prioritize and organize work effectively, and maintain detailed records

Demonstration of a strength-based approach

Experience mentoring or coaching studentsApplications, along with your resume and other supporting documents must be submitted through Apply to Education https://hdsb.simplication.com/ by 4:00pm on Thursday July 18th, 2024Job Category: Management & Professionals - Job Code # 3793160

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Halton District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the email address provided on the applicants Apply To Education profile page.

First consideration for posted vacancies will be given to qualified applicants from the employee group in which the vacancy occurs. Applicant Self Identification Questions:

As part of the recruitment and selection function, the HDSB will collect voluntary self identification data from applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, HDSBs Teacher Hiring Practices Administrative Procedure, HDSBs Employment Equity Policy and Ontarios Anti Racism Data Standards:Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Anti-Racism Act, 2017, S.O. 2017, c. 15, in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56. In accordance with HDSBs Employment Equity Policy, personal information collected on this form will aim to achieve an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. It works to intentionally identify and remove barriers for equity-deserving communities at each stage of the hiring process. Encouraging diversity of the workforce in the school board is vital because the workforce should be reflective and representative of the community.

Although hiring policies must adhere to the qualification requirements set out in applicable Regulations (eg. Regulation 298, Operation of Schools General) and any applicable collective agreement provisions, the Board recognizes the importance of the following when developing its selection and evaluation criteria:

valuing applicants additional experience, lived experience, skills, backgrounds and perspectives; and

granting first consideration, where the skills, ability, and qualifications of the applicants are relatively equal, to applicants who self-identify as members of historically under-represented communities. We encourage you to respond to our voluntary applicant self-identification questions. This data will inform our understanding of the diversity of our applicant pool as well as the progress of applicants throughout the hiring process. This data will inform our goals, strategies and actions and our progress towards creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workforce. Any information that you provide in response to these questions will be referred to during the hiring process for this position, and will be shared with the hiring manager and/or committee members responsible for the hiring process.

The section includes questions from Ontarios Anti-Racism Data Standards (Standards, 2017). The Standards were established to help identify and monitor systemic racism and racial disparities within the public sector. The Standards establish consistent, effective practices for producing reliable information to support evidence-based decision-making and public accountability to help eliminate systemic racism and promote racial equity (adapted from Ontarios Anti-Racism Data Standards, 2017).

Questions about this collection may be directed to Elena Alamiie, Manager of Staffing and Recruiting at alamiiee@hdsb.ca.

Accommodation:

Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.Wellness:

The HDSB is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.